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G. L. Bridge School Names New Head of School
Personalized Education, Small Class Sizes and Close Relationship with Teachers Remain the Cornerstone
BOULDER, CO. June 1, 2010 - George L. Bridge School (Bridge School) announced today the appointment of David Hazen as Head of School, effective July 1, 2010. “Selecting a successor to the leadership and personal commitment of co-founder and Head of School Richard Weeks was a challenge but we have come up with an exciting new leader who will take Bridge School to the next level,” said Bridge School Board of Trustees spokesperson, Joseph Prinster.
Hazen was chosen from a group of highly qualified applicants by the Bridge School Search Committee, which included teachers, and board members and parents. “As the board reviewed the candidates, Hazen quickly emerged as the clear leader to move the school forward,” Prinster explained. “David’s extensive experience, track record of success and passion for education and for students are a perfect fit for Bridge School,” he continued.
Hazen has had a distinguished career spanning over twenty-three years in K – 12 education in Colorado. Most recently, he was Principal of the highly successful and well respected Peak to Peak Charter School in Lafayette, Colorado from 2005 – 2009; one year as the secondary (grades 6-12) Principal and three years as the Principal of the middle school. Prior to Peak to Peak Charter School, Mr. Hazen was the Principal at The Center for Discovery Learning (K-12th grade charter school) in Lakewood, Colorado from 2000-2003. In addition, from 1994–2000 he was the Assistant Director for Projects, Americorps, National Civilian Community Corps, in Denver Colorado.
Mr. Hazen’s K-12 teaching experience includes social studies, math, science, reading, and writing, and his extra curricular activities include head high school girls basketball coach, head high school girls soccer coach, drama director and high school girls assistant basketball coach. Hazen was a former Bridge School Dean of Students and science and social studies teacher as well during 2004-2005.
“David has always held a warm place in his heart for Bridge School and the students we serve,” said George L. Bridge School founder Richard Weeks. “The Bridge School community is tremendously excited about the contributions that David’s experience and passion will bring to leading our school forward.”
Mr. Hazen received his Master’s in Educational Administration and Principal Licensure from the University of Phoenix in Denver, Colorado, he holds a secondary social studies teacher licensure from the University of Colorado, Boulder, Co., and a Bachelor’s degree in Theater from Eckerd College. He has continued to expand his professional development through an ongoing, extensive list of courses and certifications.
Upon hearing of his new position, David affirmed, “With the help of all stakeholders Bridge School can reach new heights of educational excellence. The school remains a community with great heart. Building on great heart makes anything possible.”
About George L. Bridge School Brief History
Richard Weeks and Kathy Sherman founded Bridge in 1994 to fulfill an unmet need for a more personalized approach to education that was lacking in mainstream public schools in the Boulder County area. Program
George L. Bridge School (Bridge) is an independent, non-profit, middle/high school serving Boulder County, Colorado. The school’s educational program serves students who are either dissatisfied with traditional public school education or students with multi-dimensional learning styles who are currently not reaching their full potential. Bridge provides a personalized approach to delivering an integrated, engaging and meaningful curriculum for bright, sometimes gifted students.
The ideal educational setting for all children is small, supportive, and personal because it gives them the ability to explore and create, but this is especially true for those who learn “differently.” Bridge School’s “personalized approach” values each student’s uniqueness and giftedness, and takes into account individual learning styles and the social emotional development of each student. Mission:
Simply put, Bridge School’s mission is to nurture individuality and inspire a quest for knowledge. Our programs focus on developing intellectual character, social responsibility, and personal integrity within our student population. We engage students to live with purpose, learn with enthusiasm and to be prepared for leadership in an ever-changing world.
In all of its programs, the school is dedicated to helping students develop the skills necessary to undertake the academic demands of college and to meet the complex challenges of adulthood.
